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How Can Chronic Cough Along With Acid Reflux Be Treated?
I was diagnosed with acid reflex 9 years ago. My cough has gotten worst and I still cough up thick mucus so I don t sleep very good. I know a lot of people who has this but doesn t have the cough or cough up anything. Is this something to worry about? What can I do to get this under control?
Thu, 29 Mar 2018
Hello,
Acid reflux can lead to a chronic cough. But as thick mucus secretion present, antihistaminic drug course can be prescribed. Auscultation and chest x-ray did if needed. For acid reflux rabeprazole for seven days can be prescribed. Rule out Hiatus hernia like condition if present which can lead to acid reflux consult gastroenterologist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
Acid reflux can lead to a chronic cough. But as thick mucus secretion present, antihistaminic drug course can be prescribed. Auscultation and chest x-ray did if needed. For acid reflux rabeprazole for seven days can be prescribed. Rule out Hiatus hernia like condition if present which can lead to acid reflux consult gastroenterologist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
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